Northern Arkansas could see significant ice storm

The northern half of the state will likely see the worst of the storm late Wednesday or early Thursday.

Associated Press

Forecasters say northern Arkansas could see significant ice accumulation as a storm system makes its way through the state.

The National Weather Service says a winter weather advisory will be in effect from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday for much of northwest Arkansas, including Benton, Carroll, Crawford, Madison and Washington counties.

Another winter storm watch will be in effect for much of northern Arkansas from late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon.

Forecasters say snow and sleet are expected to hit northwest Arkansas starting Wednesday morning. The northern half of the state will likely see the worst of the storm late Wednesday or early Thursday.